Game Envy Painting Tools: Wet Palettes, Holders and Brush Care

If you paint miniatures or scale models, a few well-chosen tools can make each session feel calmer and more organised. Game Envy painting tools are designed around familiar hobby problems: acrylic paint drying on the palette, awkward models slipping in your hand, brushes rolling across the desk and equipment taking up too much room.

This guide explains what you will find in the Game Envy range at Bomran and how the different tools fit into a practical painting setup. You do not need everything at once. Start with the item that solves your biggest frustration, then add accessories as your projects and painting habits develop.

What are Game Envy painting tools?

Game Envy produces hobby equipment for painters, modellers and tabletop gamers. The range includes Exemplar wet palettes, replacement paper and sponges, miniature holders, brush-care products, brush stands, rinse cups and textured palettes for drybrushing.

These are useful upgrades when you already have paints and brushes but want a more comfortable or consistent way to work. A wet palette helps water-based acrylic paint stay usable while you mix and layer colours. A holder gives you a steadier grip on a miniature, while brush-care and desk accessories help protect the tools you already own.

If you are putting together your first workspace, our beginner’s guide to painting miniatures explains the basic process. You can also compare the wider kit you may need in our guide to essential model-making tools.

Which Exemplar wet palette should you choose?

The Exemplar range gives you a choice of working areas. The right size depends on where you paint, how many colours you normally use and whether you want to carry the palette to a club, event or painting session.

Exemplar GO Wet Palette

The GO is the compact option. It suits painters with limited desk space, anyone building a portable hobby kit and projects that only need a modest selection of colours at one time. It is also a sensible first wet palette if you want to learn how much moisture works best with your paints.

Exemplar PRO Wet Palette

The PRO offers more room for everyday painting. That extra working space is helpful when you are mixing several shades, keeping highlights separate or painting a unit with a repeatable colour scheme. For many miniature painters, this is the useful middle ground between portability and workspace.

Exemplar MEGA Wet Palette

The MEGA is intended for painters who want a generous surface for larger projects, batch painting or more involved colour mixing. It can make sense for a permanent painting desk where space is less restricted. Check the dimensions and included components on the product page before deciding which version best suits your setup.

Wet palette refills and accessories

A wet palette works as a small system. The sponge holds water and the permeable paper creates the surface where your acrylic paint sits. Game Envy supplies paper and sponge refills in sizes made for the Exemplar palettes, so it is straightforward to refresh worn materials without replacing the complete palette.

Replace the paper when it is torn, heavily stained or no longer behaving consistently. Rinse the sponge after use and replace it when damage or grime makes it difficult to keep clean. Pallet Shield weights are also available to help keep wet palette paper positioned on the sponge. Follow the care information supplied with your palette, and do not leave old paint or water sealed inside for long periods.

Hobby holders for steadier miniature painting

A miniature can be surprisingly awkward to hold once you start painting details. A hobby holder gives your fingers a larger, more comfortable object to grip and helps you rotate the model without repeatedly touching the painted surface.

Game Envy offers two-part and four-part holder sets, along with cork packs and replacement bottle caps. A smaller set is useful for individual models, while a larger set can help when you work on several miniatures or separate components together. Corks suit pinned parts and sub-assemblies, and extra caps make it easier to prepare several pieces before a painting session.

The holder will not replace good brush control, but it can remove an unnecessary source of movement. It is especially helpful for faces, eyes, edge highlights and other areas where a stable angle matters.

Brush care and workspace accessories

Your brushes will last longer when you keep paint away from the ferrule and clean the bristles gently after use. Game Envy’s Brush Cleaner & Revitaliser and Magical Sinking Brush Scrubby provide options for regular maintenance. Use cleaning products according to their instructions, reshape the point carefully and store brushes without crushing the bristles.

A brush rest keeps tools from rolling around while you work, and the Folding Brush Stand & Travel Holder provides storage that is useful at home or on the move. Paint Brush Grips can make slim handles feel more comfortable, particularly during longer sessions. The collapsible Pop Up Rinse Cup is another practical choice when desk or travel space is limited.

For brush recommendations as well as care advice, see our guide to Pro Arte brushes for miniature painting. You can also browse our wider brush care and accessories range.

Game Envy products to explore

Here are a few useful starting points from the range. Availability changes as products sell and are replenished, so the main Game Envy category remains the best place to see the complete current selection.

Who will get the most from the range?

Game Envy tools are a good fit if you regularly paint with water-based hobby acrylics and want to improve the way your workspace functions. Miniature painters can use wet palettes for layering, glazing and controlled colour mixing. Model builders may appreciate holders for small components and textured palettes for checking drybrush consistency. Club painters and anyone who travels with their hobby kit can benefit from compact, folding or multi-purpose accessories.

Beginners should keep the first purchase simple. If paint dries too quickly, start with a wet palette. If holding a miniature is uncomfortable, choose a holder. If your desk is untidy or your current routine damages brushes, a rest, stand or cleaner may make the most immediate difference.

How to use a wet palette successfully

1. Wet the sponge evenly with clean water, following the palette instructions.
2. Lay the correct refill paper flat over the sponge and allow it to settle.
3. Add a small amount of water-based acrylic paint to the paper.
4. Thin and mix the paint gradually rather than flooding it with water.
5. Check the consistency on a spare model, palette or test surface.
6. After painting, remove old paint, rinse the parts and allow them to dry as recommended.

A wet palette extends working time, but it does not make every paint behave in the same way. Metallic paints, washes, inks, Contrast-style paints and specialist mediums can separate or spread too far. Enamels and oils require their own suitable surfaces and cleaning methods. When in doubt, check the paint manufacturer’s guidance and test a small amount first.

Choosing what to buy first

If you are new to the hobby, build a reliable core kit before buying specialist extras. A suitable brush, a small group of colours, clippers, a craft knife used safely, plastic glue for plastic kits and a comfortable painting area will cover a great deal. Our guide to the seven most useful miniature-painting tools will help you decide which items to prioritise. Add a Game Envy wet palette or holder when it clearly improves the way you paint.

More experienced painters may find that refills, extra holder caps or a dedicated drybrush texture palette remove small delays from an established routine. The best tool is not necessarily the largest or most elaborate one. It is the one you will use regularly.

Final thoughts

Game Envy painting tools cover several of the small practical details that can make painting more enjoyable. The Exemplar palettes support controlled work with acrylics, the holder system makes miniatures easier to handle and the brush-care accessories help keep a workspace in order.

Choose according to how and where you paint, rather than feeling that you need the whole range. A focused upgrade that solves a genuine problem is usually the best place to begin.

Game Envy FAQs

What is a wet palette?

A wet palette uses a damp sponge and permeable paper to help water-based acrylic paint remain workable for longer. It can make mixing, layering and blending easier while reducing paint that dries unused on the palette.

Which Exemplar wet palette size should I choose?

Choose the GO for a compact or portable setup, the PRO for a roomier everyday surface, or the MEGA for batch painting and larger mixing areas. Check the product dimensions and contents before ordering.

Can a beginner use Game Envy painting tools?

Yes. A wet palette or hobby holder can be useful from the beginning, provided you learn how to use it correctly. Start with the tool that addresses a problem you are actually encountering.

Do I need Game Envy refill paper and sponges?

Refills made for your Exemplar palette give you the intended fit. Replace paper and sponges when damage, wear or dirt begins to affect them.

Is brush cleaner necessary for acrylic paints?

Clean water is important during painting, but a suitable brush cleaner can help remove residue and maintain bristles after a session. Never leave a brush standing on its tip, and keep paint away from the ferrule where possible.

Are all paints suitable for a wet palette?

Painters mainly use wet palettes with water-based acrylic paints. Metallics and very fluid paints may behave differently, while enamels and oils should use appropriate separate equipment. Follow the instructions for the paint you are using.

How does a hobby holder help?

It gives you a larger grip and lets you turn the miniature without handling painted areas. This can improve comfort and stability during detailed work.